1
as in related
having a close connection like that between family members
foxes are closely akin to dogs
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2
as in like
having qualities in common
mathematics and computer programming are akin in that they both require logical thinking
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Recent Examples of akin
Finding items like the speed-enhancing Pegasus Boots in Link to the Past or the jump-granting Roc’s Feather in Link’s Awakening made the methodical exploration in these games feel that much more kinetic and akin to a top-down platform game.
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ArsTechnica, 27 May 2026
Osaka’s entrance showcased the athlete clad in black, akin to a formal gown with sleeveless design and sparkling details throughout.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
In Magnifica Humanitas, Leo XIV argues that an intervention akin to Rerum Novarum is needed.
—Nathan Schneider, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
The pair end the episode romantically riding together with a mournful song playing, which is akin to Dutton-family love-making.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 25 May 2026
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ArsTechnica, 27 May 2026
Osaka’s entrance showcased the athlete clad in black, akin to a formal gown with sleeveless design and sparkling details throughout.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
In Magnifica Humanitas, Leo XIV argues that an intervention akin to Rerum Novarum is needed.
—Nathan Schneider, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
The pair end the episode romantically riding together with a mournful song playing, which is akin to Dutton-family love-making.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 25 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for akin
Adjective
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The drug also helped improve related conditions like knee osteoarthritis and sleep apnea.—
Angelica Peebles,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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The research is an abstract that hasn’t yet been peer-reviewed or published in a journal, but was presented in May at Digestive Disease Week, a prestigious annual meeting for professionals in gastroenterology, hepatology and related fields.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Alvarado, who has comparable stature to Brunson, was wrapped up by Wembanyama and thrown away from the play.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Winner may not substitute, assign or transfer Prize or redeem Prize for cash, but Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to substitute Prize (or portion thereof) with one of comparable or greater value.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
8 June 2026
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StubHub said the demand for Game 3 tickets at MSG is analogous to the Super Bowl.—
Mike Vorkunov,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
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Despite the analogous finals matchup, some components of modern life in 2026 may look unfamiliar to the time traveler, while other scenes may strike a similar chord.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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According to data from research firm Alpine Macro, Indian stocks are currently trading at 21 times forward earnings, similar to Taiwan, while South Korean equities are trading at nine times forward earnings.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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This presumably means ground operations, which could result in considerable American casualties, or infrastructure strikes, which could lead Iran to retaliate against similar targets in the Gulf.—
Thomas Wright,
The Atlantic,
4 June 2026
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But what begins as a mission soon veers into obsession and a dangerous game between two brilliant women who are more alike than either will admit.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
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The Accommodations On Mustique, no two villas are alike.—
Flora Stubbs,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The menu is full of twists-on-classics such as the Clean Dirty Martini, served with a frozen cube of olive juice, and the Ritz Pimms with, of course, many secret ingredients in addition to ginger ale, Champagne, and garnishes of fruit, cucumber, fresh mint and griottine cherries.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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The big story In 2026, animal spirits are driving investments in artificial intelligence firms, valuing stocks such as TSMC, Samsung and SK Hynix at over a trillion dollars.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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“Akin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/akin. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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